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Washington State Capital Gains Tax: 2026 Rates & Exemptions
Washington State capital gains tax: who pays, the 7% and 9.9% rates after deductions, exempt assets, filing rules, and planning before a sale.
Are 409A Valuations Public? A Startup Lawyer's Answer
409A reports are generally internal company records. Diligence, legal access rights, tax inquiries, and public filings can affect who sees them.
Does Washington Have a State Income Tax? The 2028 Rules
Washington’s enacted 2028 income tax: the 9.9% rate, shared $1 million deduction, capital gains credit, retirement income and simple tax examples.
Should You Recognize Income Before Washington’s 2028 Income Tax?
Deciding whether to recognize income before 2028 is a combined federal-and-state question. Washington’s $1 million standard deduction applies under the new income tax once it is in force — it is not a 2026–2027 AGI ceiling.
Washington vs. California: Residency Safe Harbors Compared
Washington has a statutory 30-day safe harbor for domiciled residents who leave. California's safe harbor requires 546 consecutive days outside the state under an employment contract. Here's how they compare — and why the differences matter for founders and investors.
What a QSBS Attestation Letter Should Document: 8 Key Elements
A section-by-section breakdown of what your QSBS attestation letter needs to say — gross assets, active business, redemption reps, and what happens if you can't prove it.
Cap Table Administration for Startups
Cap table administration for startups: how to maintain accurate ownership records, avoid common mistakes, and know when to bring in professional help.
Big Private Company Gain in Washington? Your 2028 Planning Window Is Closing
Washington’s income tax starts in 2028. For large private-company positions, review domicile, income sourcing, tax credits and the deadlines that actually apply.